ignitor II, Pertronics fixes burnout problem? Options

[swl]

I've read a number of threads here about the pertronics module and how the 'aw shit' factor comes in. Looks like they have listened.

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Senses incorrectly wired Ignitor II or a “key left on” condition and shuts down the system protecting the coil and other components from damage.

[Cap'n Krusty]

QUOTE (swl @ Dec 28 2005, 08:57 AM)

Do you think all this dwell control and exta goodies of the II will actually accomplish anything or is it just bling? I'm talking about a stock engine not a Raby screamer. The good Cap'ns dry wit makes sense - properly maintained points have worked for 30 years. I'm considering the pertronix just to make maintenance easier and ensure that starts are reliable. The Cap'n

I've used "Perlux" (which I believe is pre-Pretronix), Crane Allison, and Compufire since the late 70s. In fact, one of the principals at Porschop in LA did a lot of the mechanical R&D for Allison when they started up in the mid 70s. I've had 2 Crane Allison failures out of about 50 units installed One after a few weeks, one after a few years), NO Compufire failures, and nearly 90% failures in Pertronix, most of which came in on a hook after someone else sold them the product. I won't sell 'em. Compufire installs easier, has much better QC, and doesn't cost much more.